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Instructions- Answer the following questions in about 75 words.
The Third Level
- The third level was a medium of escape for Charley”. Explain the statement in the light of the story ‘The Third Level’.
- Do you think that the third level was a medium of escape for Charley? Why?
- “The modern world is full of insecurity, fear, war, worry and stress.” What are the ways in which we attempt to overcome them?
- Briefly describe Charley’s strange experience in the third level.
- Justify the title of the story ‘The Third Level’.
The Tiger King
- How did the Tiger King stand in danger of losing his kingdom? How was he able to avoid the danger? Explain.
- What rumour was rife in Pratibandapuram about the crown prince Jung Jung Bahadur?
- The astrologers predicted about the king, “The child will grow up to become the warrior of warriors, hero of heroes, and champion of champions.” Do you think this prediction was right?
- The astrologer’s prediction about the death of the Tiger King came to be true.
Do you agree with this statement? - What values of life does the story “Tiger King” give us?
- How can you say that the dewan was a comical character?
- Who was the Tiger King? Why did he get that name?
- What happened to the astrologer? Do you think the prophecy was indisputably disproved?
- The story is a satire on the conceit of those in power. How does the author employ the literary device of dramatic irony in the story?
Journey to The End Of The Earth
- What is the significance of the title ‘Journey to the End of the Earth’?
- The author says, ‘It was nothing short of a revelation: everything does connect. ‘What does it mean?
By whom and with what objective was Students on Ice programme started?
How far has it achieved its goals? - What makes Antarctica an ideal subject of study?
- The author states that her Antarctic experience was full of epiphanies, but the best occurred just short of the Antarctic Circle of 65-55 degrees south? Explain.
- Why does the author conclude the chapter by saying that a lot can happen in a million years, but what a difference a day makes?
- What are phytoplanktons? What is their importance?
- Why does the author feel that the prognosis for the human beings is not healthy?
- Why is it necessary to remain fully equipped while walking on ice?
The Enemy
- Describe the difficulties faced by Dr. Sadao and his wife Hana when he tried to help the enemy soldier?
- How would you explain the reluctance of the soldier to leave the shelter of the doctor’s home?
- Write a character sketch of Dr. Sadao.
On The Face of it
- What is it that draws Derry towards Mr. Lamb in spite of himself?
- Mr. Lamb is lonely and disappointed. How do you
- How should one behave with the physically challenged persons?
- What explanations does Derry offer foe coming into the garden?
- How do people react and try to console those suffering from some physical impairment?
- Why does Mr. Lamb leave his garden open?
- Handsome is as handsome does. Explain.
- How did meeting with Mr. Lamb become a turning point in Derry’s life?
- Do you agree that Derry was reluctant to meet people? If yes .why
Memories of Childhood
- How did Zitkala-sa feel when her long heavy hair was cut
- ”Eating by the formula was the hardest trial in that first day.” says Zitkala-sa what does she mean by eating by formula?
- How did Zitkala-sa react on various sounds coming continuously when the long bell rang for breakfast?
- The distance from the narrator’s school to her home could be covered in ten minutes. Why did she then cover it usually in half an hour to an hour? What were the things that stopped her?
- How did the narrator find her new place?
- It may take a long time for oppression to be resisted, but the seeds of rebellion are sowed early in life. Do you agree that injustice in any form cannot escape being noticed even by children?
- Bama’s experience is that of a victim of the caste system. What kind of discrimination does Zitkala-Sa’s experience depict? What are their responses to their respective situations?
- Discrimination on any ground is unfair. Express your views on it.
- Why did Bama Stroll in the marketplace instead of hurrying back home?
Describe the sights she enjoyed seeing there. - Untouchability is not a crime, it is inhuman too. Why and how did Bama decided to fight against it?
- What are the differences between Zitkala-sa and Bama?
- What do you know about Zitkala-sa?
- Is Bama a rebellion? Elaborate.
- What are the differences in the two memories of childhood